Operations Manager

Actalent - Whiting, IN

Full-time - Mid Level

Whiting, IN

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing project management related to equipment and labor, ensuring adherence to time frames and costs. This role involves scheduling resources, maintaining client relations, supervising personnel, and ensuring safety and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The Operations Manager will also lead small projects, provide technical guidance, and participate in hiring and performance evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Project management in terms of equipment and labor and determine project length and costs; responsible for adherence to time frames and costs.
• Scheduling resources, submitting required paperwork, negotiating with regulatory agency personnel, and preparing written plans and compliance documents.
• Monitor and keep the client informed of progress; recognize and negotiate authorized changes in the original project plan and adjust costs accordingly.
• Perform field activities and assist as a lab chemist as necessary in the on-site lab.
• Maintain client relations throughout the project; provide progress reports to and negotiate change orders with the client.
• Supervise personnel involved with field operations, plan work to ensure safe conditions, and instruct in methods and procedures.
• Manage and direct 3 supervisors, 15 operators, and 1 lab technician.
• Prioritize personnel safety, environmental compliance, and process safety.
• Learn, comply, and be proficient with numerous work and safety processes.
• Participate in the committees, particularly for safety.
• Develop a deep understanding of mechanical and chemical practices used and provide technical guidance to staff for troubleshooting and adapting operations to ever-changing feed to the process.
• Lead small projects such as equipment maintenance and piping upgrades.
• Participate in hiring, performance evaluation, disciplining, promotion, and termination decisions.

Requirements

• Operations management
• Project management
• BS degree in the sciences - Chemistry preferred; Chemical or Manufacturing engineering degree acceptable
• 3-5 years of technical experience in operations management (plant, production, or operational management)
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
• Good people skills and communication
• Ability to partner and speak directly with the customer at their site
• Flexibility to be on call 24/7 in case of emergencies
• Ability to listen well and take feedback.

Nice-to-haves

• Waste disposal
• HAZWOPER certification
• Good knowledge and understanding of various federal, state, and local industry-related regulations
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with internal and external contacts
• Strong business writing skills
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.